231 Drive Through Restaurants for Lease in Illinois, USA

Crystal Lake Retail for Lease - Far Northwest

Proposed new retail development adjacent to brand new Casey's service station. Spaces from 1,200 - 9,000 SF.

Date on Market:

2024-09-30

Warrenville Retail for Lease - Western East/West Corr

Position your brand at Cantera Commons, a premier retail destination in Warrenville offering a 4,053 SF second-generation restaurant space with a drive-thru. This highly visible location sits at 28231 Diehl Road, directly off the full I-88 interchange, ensuring seamless regional connectivity. The property benefits from traffic counts exceeding 138,000 VPD and is surrounded by a dynamic mix of retail, fitness, and entertainment anchors, including Target, LifeTime Fitness, and Cinemark. The immediate trade area boasts over 2.5 million SF of office space, creating a strong daytime population and consistent customer flow. Within a five-mile radius, demographics reflect exceptional buying power, with an average household income of $161,279 and a population exceeding 188,000 residents. Monument signage opportunities amplify brand visibility along Diehl Road, while the existing restaurant infrastructure accelerates your timeline to open. This location is ideal for operators seeking a high-traffic corridor with affluent demographics and proximity to major employment centers. Join a thriving retail environment and capitalize on Warrenville’s strategic position within the western Chicago suburbs.

Date on Market:

2024-09-04

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Outlots with Drive-Thru & Inline Retail Available Directly across from I-94 Interchange Ramp Just West of 87th St CTA Redline Station (1,186,724 Riders Per Year / 3,489 Avg Weekday)

Date on Market:

2024-05-17

Batavia Retail for Lease - Western East/West Corr

1978 W Wilson St, Batavia, IL 60510-2794 is a prime retail space located just minutes from downtown Batavia. This property offers excellent visibility and convenient access, making it ideal for a variety of retail uses. Positioned in a growing area known for its historic charm and strong community presence, the space benefits from high traffic and proximity to shopping, dining, and major roadways, presenting a great opportunity for any retail business looking to thrive in the Fox Valley region.

Date on Market:

2024-08-08

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

High traffic high population location located on 26th Street which is one of the highest grossing retail streets in Chicago. Unique development with more parking available than required by zoning and a drive-thru restaurant that can be up to 6,300 SF, we will consider smaller restaurants for the drive-thru site as well. Several types of uses allowed including but not limited to restaurants, office, service businesses and medical uses.

Date on Market:

2024-06-14

Macomb Retail for Lease

The property is strategically situated as an outparcel to the Brand-New T.J. Maxx & Hobby Lobby Development (Opened April 2025), a thriving new retail destination within the Macomb market! Additional retail synergy includes neighboring McDonalds, Dollar Tree, Shoe Sensation, and Rialto Movie Theater. The property is highly visible located directly off E Jackson, Macomb's main east/west thoroughfare and features individual pylon signage, great access, and ample parking.

Date on Market:

2024-06-05

Mundelein Retail for Lease - Central North

Retail site available for sale, lease and BTS just north of the signalized intersection at Maple Avenue and Lake Street (approx. 34,800 VPD) in Mundelein, Lake County, Illinois. The property is adjacent to a newly developed Thornton's and offers 2,436 - 4,926 square feet. The site provides prospective Tenants various unit sizes and layouts and offers an opportunity for a drive-thru, outdoor patio seating, 28 parking spaces and multiple curb cuts along Lake Street, providing direct access to the property. Additionally, the site is just south of Morris Station, a newly constructed property with 139 town homes and is also less than one-mile south of Station 250, a newly constructed 165-unit apartment complex which is set to open in summer, 2024. The property has a captive audience of approx. 41,000 residents within a three mile radius with an average household income of approximately $154,000/yr.

Date on Market:

2024-05-29

Algonquin Land for Lease - Far Northwest

1.00 Acre Drive-Thru Retail Pad Available – Algonquin, IL Rare opportunity to ground lease or build-to-suit on a highly visible 1.00-acre retail pad along Algonquin Road (Route 62), one of the area’s primary east-west corridors. The site offers strong frontage, excellent traffic counts, and a clean rectangular layout ideal for efficient development. This pad is well-suited for a variety of drive-thru users including QSR, coffee, medical, and service-oriented retailers. Utilities are available to site, and the property benefits from convenient access and proximity to established residential neighborhoods, providing a strong built-in customer base. The surrounding area has seen significant recent retail growth, including new national tenants such as gas, quick service, and car wash users, further solidifying this location as an emerging retail node. Flexible deal structures available including ground lease or build-to-suit, making this an attractive opportunity for both tenants and developers looking to establish a presence in a growing trade area.

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2026-03-23

Matteson Land for Lease - Far South

Two excellent grocery (Pete's Fresh Market) anchored outlots available for BTS or ground lease. Street signaled entrance way Excellent visibility and access

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2025-12-15

Naperville Retail for Lease - Western East/West Corr

Located in highly desirable downtown Naperville, on two of the main thoroughfares, Washington St and Aurora Ave. Excellent visibility, easy access, and high traffic counts.

Date on Market:

2024-01-30

Elgin Office/Medical, Medical for Lease - Far Northwest

Great mix of medical users to build a working relationship around. Pharmacy with convenient drive thru on site.

Date on Market:

2026-03-31

Chicago Industrial for Lease - South Chicago

Date on Market:

2023-10-09

Macomb Retail for Lease

The Carrington Company is proud to introduce an exceptional redevelopment opportunity currently underway anchored by T.J.Maxx and Hobby Lobby. Both retailers are poised for grand openings in early spring 2025. This site benefits from its highly visible corner location along E Jackson Street, central positioning within the retail corridor Macomb plus the synergy from neighboring operators of McDonalds, Dollar Tree, and Rialto Movie Theater. Just a short distance outside of this center the prominent retailers such as Wal-Mart, Hy-Vee, ALDI, and Starbucks can be found. The property is strategically situated as part of a thriving new retail destination within Macomb market! Additional amenities of this project are the prominent pylon signage, great access via a signalized intersection, and ample parking.

Date on Market:

2024-12-27

Collinsville Retail for Lease - Illinois

Date on Market:

2023-09-25

Saint Charles Retail for Lease - Western East/West Corr

New proposed commercial development in Saint Charles, Illinois. Potentially 2,800 square foot building with drive thru, plus outdoor seating.

Date on Market:

2023-09-21

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Position your brand at one of Chicago’s most visible and accessible intersections. This 0.45-acre site on North Lincoln Avenue offers exceptional frontage along a high-traffic corridor with over 11,800 vehicles per day and immediate connectivity to Peterson Avenue’s 20,950 VPD. The property’s strategic location in a dense urban neighborhood ensures strong consumer visibility and convenience, supported by a Walk Score of 89 and proximity to major transit routes. Surrounded by vibrant residential communities and thriving retail, this site is ideal for quick-service restaurants, banks, or retail concepts seeking drive-thru capability and maximum exposure. Within a two-mile radius, more than 245,000 residents boast household incomes exceeding $118,000, creating a robust customer base for any tenant. The property’s lighted intersection and easy ingress/egress enhance operational efficiency, while its positioning along Lincoln Avenue places it in the heart of a dynamic trade area. Whether you’re expanding a regional footprint or launching a flagship location, 5520 N Lincoln Ave delivers the visibility, demographics, and accessibility to elevate your business. Secure your spot in one of Chicago’s most desirable corridors and capitalize on the unmatched synergy of traffic, affluence, and urban convenience.

Date on Market:

2023-07-19

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Corner of Milwaukee & Lawrence Avenue. Excellent corner exposure on a lighted intersection with pylon signage on both thoroughfares. Surface parking lot with approximately 38 spaces.2 blocks west of direct access to the Kennedy Expressway. The Kennedy Expressway feeds into O’Hare International Airport, 6 miles away. Across the street from the Copernicus Center event venue. Neighboring tenants include Jewel, Starbucks, TCF Bank, McDonald’s & Popeyes.

Date on Market:

2022-01-27

St Charles Retail for Lease - Western East/West Corr

Date on Market:

2023-05-17

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Located on heavily trafficked and boked Milwaukee Ave.

Date on Market:

2023-02-28

Tinley Park Retail for Lease - South Route 45

Secure your position in one of Tinley Park’s most dynamic retail corridors with this newly constructed 44,000 SF retail space, strategically located at 16300 S Harlem Avenue at 163rd Street. This high-visibility property sits on a hard signalized corner and is anchored by Pete’s Fresh Market, ensuring strong daily traffic and consistent customer draw. The space is highly flexible, divisible to as little as 13,000 SF, making it ideal for big-box retailers, junior anchors, or specialty concepts seeking a prime suburban location. The property benefits from exceptional co-tenancy and proximity to major national retailers, including Sam’s Club, and is adjacent to a newly opened Chick-fil-A. A one-acre outlot with an endcap drive-thru opportunity further enhances the site’s appeal for quick-service restaurants or high-demand convenience users. With traffic counts of 36,000 vehicles per day along Harlem Avenue and 34,000 along 159th Street, this location offers unparalleled exposure and accessibility. Surrounding demographics are robust, with over 197,000 residents within a five-mile radius and average household incomes exceeding $100,000, providing a strong consumer base for retail success. This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving retail hub in a high-growth market. Contact the leasing team today to discuss availability and secure your space.

Date on Market:

2023-02-01

Buffalo Grove Office/Retail, Retail for Lease - Central North

Kensington has an many restaurant opportunities within an exciting mixed-use redevelopment project at the NWC of Lake Cook and Rt 83 in the heart of Buffalo Grove. The 22-acre property is located within a dense population and high-income demographic, boasts five access drives, and great pylon sign opportunities. The project will contain a 43,000 SF national grocer, 297 luxury rental units, and +/-120k SF of restaurant, retail, and entertainment space. The property is strategically located north of Lake Cook Rd providing drastically lower real estate taxes compared with properties located within Cook County.

Date on Market:

2026-02-25

Arlington Heights Retail for Lease - Schaumburg Area

Located at the northeast corner of Euclid Avenue and Rohlwing Road in Arlington Heights, Illinois, this new commercial development will deliver a dynamic, mixed-use destination featuring two free-standing restaurant buildings, a drive-thru restaurant, The PRIDE of Arlington Heights station and convenience store, 93 Octane Brewery and Tap Room, along with hotel, office, and residential components. Designed to serve as a vibrant hub for dining, retail, and entertainment, the plaza is positioned within the same block as the future home of the Chicago Bears, offering exceptional visibility and long-term traffic drivers in one of the northwest suburbs’ most anticipated redevelopment areas.

Date on Market:

2022-11-29

Elgin Retail for Lease - Far Northwest

Date on Market:

2025-08-21

Island Lake Retail for Lease - Far Northwest

Date on Market:

2022-11-07